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SM58 GUW

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

207,481 mi
Last recorded207,481 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM58 GUW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 207,481 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 203,472 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 199,943 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 199,826 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 180,645 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2014 180,645 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 18 Dec 2013 158,392 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 142,901 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 107,997 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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SM58 GUW is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 97,077 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM58 GUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM58 GUW registered?

SM58 GUW is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 22 December 2008.

Is SM58 GUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM58 GUW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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